Girl Scout cookie-buyers pay in counterfeit money

It’s been a tough year for the Girl Scouts. Earlier this month, a troop had their cash swiped while selling cookies outside a Walmart in the Houston area, and now, scammers in several states are trying to pay for their Thin Mints with fake bills.

“I think it was very beneficial the Secret Service took the time in assisting the Girl Scouts. I’m very thankful they came out to help us,” said Girl Scout store manager, Pamela Compton. “I think it will be very helpful in educating our troops and volunteers and get the word out so they are not hurt by these people.”

Last week, the Girl Scouts received two counterfeit 100 dollar bills at their store. And a woman tried to pass another bad bill at a cookie booth on the northeast side.

Troop leaders learned about three key security features to look for, including a watermark portrait, security strip, and color-shifting numbers easily detected when held up to the light.